Muhammad Atif Hanif’s journey at Al Baraka Bank Pakistan inspires Islamic banking leadership
Muhammad Atif Hanif, President and CEO of Al Baraka Bank Pakistan Limited, is redefining leadership in Islamic banking through over 26 years of financial expertise, strategic policy contributions, and commitment to economic growth.
Rehan Ali Qureshi Appointed as Department Head of IS Strategy and Policies at NBP
Rehan Ali Qureshi has been appointed as the Department Head of IS Strategy and Policies at National Bank of Pakistan. With 13 years of cybersecurity and IT governance experience, his leadership will play a key role in strengthening NBP’s digital security framework and guiding strategic security initiatives.
Engro Powergen Qadirpur Limited Appoints Athar Abrar Khwaja as Chairman and Adeel Qamar as CEO
Engro Powergen Qadirpur Limited has re-elected Athar Abrar Khwaja as Chairman and re-appointed Adeel Qamar as CEO, signaling continued leadership stability for its Qadirpur power plant operations.
Imtiaz Mehmood appointed as CIO to lead JS Bank’s digital transformation
JS Bank appoints Imtiaz Mehmood as Chief Information Officer to accelerate its digital transformation journey, strengthening its position as a future-ready, technology-driven financial institution.
Bank of Khyber Promotes Diversity and Inclusion with Sign Language Awareness Session
Bank of Khyber (BoK) celebrated the International Day of Sign Languages with a Diversity-Inclusive Banking Session in collaboration with ConnectHear, emphasizing its ongoing commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and empathy across the workplace and customer experience.
Sarwat Zehra Appointed as General Manager at MCB Islamic Bank: A New Chapter in Leadership Excellence
MCB Islamic Bank Limited has announced the appointment of Sarwat Zehra as General Manager, recognizing her strong leadership in retail banking, customer-focused strategies, and commitment to excellence. Her promotion marks a significant milestone in advancing Islamic banking leadership in Pakistan.
Al Baraka Bank CEO Muhammad Atif Hanif Honored with Token of Appreciation by Senate Chairman at Pakistan Business Summit 2025
Muhammad Atif Hanif, CEO of Al Baraka Bank (Pakistan) Limited, was recognized with a Token of Appreciation by Senate Chairman Syed Yusuf Raza Gillani at the Pakistan Business Summit 2025 for his leadership in promoting Islamic finance and sustainable banking in Pakistan.
Sarmed Ijaz Appointed as Distribution Head – Retail Banking at Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan
Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan has appointed Sarmed Ijaz as Distribution Head – Retail Banking. With extensive leadership experience in multiple financial institutions, he brings strategic vision, strong business acumen, and a deep understanding of retail banking to his new role.
Khushhali Microfinance Bank Appoints Farhad Zulfiqar Ali as Chief Human Resources Officer
Khushhali Microfinance Bank has appointed Farhad Zulfiqar Ali as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). With over 25 years of global banking experience, he brings expertise in HR, governance, risk, and digital transformation to strengthen the bank’s culture and organizational excellence.
Sindh Bank’s Deputy CEO Syed Assad Ali Shah Honored with Global Leadership Excellence Award at GiA Dubai
Syed Assad Ali Shah, Deputy CEO of Sindh Bank Limited, has been recognized with the Global Leadership Excellence Award at the GiA ceremony in Dubai. The award reflects his exceptional leadership, vision, and contributions to banking on the global stage.

